Piscología® Wins Gold Medal For Quebranta Pisco In Ica; Company Supports HoneyLove Fundraiser

San Diego, CA (I-Newswire) December 2, 2011 - San Diego, California – On November 18, 2011, Topa Spirits, LLC celebrated Piscología’s gold medal award for quebranta pisco at the Concurso Nacional de Pisco in Lima, Peru. Over 400 pisco wineries with their Denomination of Origins from a pisco-producing region participated in the yearly contest. The award reflects the quality and craftsmanship of the white brandy. "We are honored to receive this gold medal award and celebrate the work completed with my partners Krystle Hicks and Meg McFarland,” said Fernando Gonzales Lattini, Master Distiller of Piscología. “The Ica region has some of the best pisco producers in the world, and we are proud to be among them”. The annual festival not only attracted producers, but also famous chefs, bartenders, exporters, hoteliers, international buyers, distributors, and the general public with interest in the product. Its main goal was to promote the image of pisco as the symbol of Peru, present it to buyers, demonstrate advances in technology of production, and promote responsible consumption. Meanwhile in California, the company prepared for HoneyLove’s Yellow Tie Event, a fundraiser for the conservation organization with a mission to protect the honeybees and inspire new urban beekeepers. Piscología Pisco was served in a specialty cocktail with Seattle-based Dry Soda. Topa Spirits’ brand ambassador, Frankie Thaheld, created the cocktail recipe with honey, lemons and Blood Orange Dry Soda. Over 200 people gathered at the event at the G2 Gallery in Venice, California on Saturday, November 19 at 7:00 PM. Participants enjoyed yellow carpet photos, a honey tasting from local beekeepers, a silent auction, and a special performance by Los Angeles band Leftover Cuties in addition to the fun drinks. “It was a memorable evening, I had fun mixing organic hone with Piscología, learning about bees and educating a friendly group of people about pisco,” said Tanya Talampas, Marketing and Events Coordinator of Piscología.

About Piscología® Pisco Acholado
Piscología® Pisco Acholado is a distinctive, full-bodied white brandy produced exclusively in Perú. Made purely from a harmonious blend of Quebranta, Torontel and Italia grapes, its signature taste calls to mind the savory flavors of matured dried currant and banana. It is uniquely fragrant, and exhibits the alluring and pleasant aromas of honey, pecans and orange blossom.

About Topa Spirits, LLC
Topa Spirits, LLC is an importer and wholesaler of pisco. The company currently oversees production, markets and wholesales Piscología® Pisco, its core brand. Topa Spirits, LLC is a privately held company with offices in California, Washington and Lima, Perú. The company works very closely with its distributors by holding product release parties in Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, San Diego and more.
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For interviews, product photos or to request more information, contact Krystle Hicks at krystle@topaspirits.com.
For more information about events, contact Tanya Talampas at tanya@topaspirits.com.

About Topa Spirits, LLC:
Launched in 2008, Topa Spirits, LLC is an importer and wholesaler of pisco, a brandy traditionally produced in South America. The company currently produces, markets and distributes Piscología® Pisco, its core brand.

The company name "Topa" is derived from the Inca Topa, also known as Inca Tupac Yupanqui, who was an Incan emperor known for protecting and expanding the Inca empire in South America. His successful conquers helped gain control over the Chimú state on the north coast of Peru, the northern half of Chile, and part of Argentina. The company name celebrates this important part of South America's history.

Topa Spirits, LLC is a privately held company with offices in California, Washington and Lima, Perú. The company is committed to brand excellence, uncompromising quality and consumer satisfaction, as well as the responsible advertising, marketing and use of Piscología® Pisco.

Topa Spirits, LLC deeply values relationships with retailers, distributors and venues that champion innovation and integrity, and cater to a progressive consumer base.

Company Contact Information
Topa Spirits, LLC
Diego Reilly
P.O Box 635111
San Diego, CA
92163
Phone : 1-800-898-8672